Job Description

At MCTC, we’re a global maritime catering management and training company specializing in delivering provisions and providing support and consultancy to galley crews onboard vessels worldwide. We excel in culinary excellence and supply chain management, delivering innovative solutions for healthy meals to the maritime industry. Join us for an exciting career with great benefits!

Why we need you:We are looking for a Finance & Commercial Strategy Manager to join our team and support our data-driven operations. This role combines strategic proposal support with hands-on data analysis and modelling, offering great exposure to different areas of the business.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Implement and maintain the relevant Company Policies and procedures within the Integrated Management System and QMS.
•  Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and benchmarking to identify market trends, opportunities, risks, and areas for differentiation.
• Develop and implement commercial strategies aligned with the Company’s objectives, with a focus on revenue growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.
• Analyse financial, commercial, operational, and client data to identify trends, discrepancies, cost-saving opportunities, and actionable insights.
• Monitor key financial and commercial KPIs, including revenue, gross margin, EBITDA, operating costs, and profitability, and provide regular reporting to Management.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, scenario analysis, and business planning to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyse and optimise operational costs, supplier pricing, and vessel financial performance, identifying opportunities to improve margins and efficiency.
• Support pricing strategies, contract profitability analysis, supplier benchmarking, and commercial proposals and tenders.
• Develop, maintain, and coordinate Power BI dashboards and data visualisations, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and effective utilisation across the organisation.
• Prepare management reports, dashboards, presentations, and data-driven recommendations for senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with Finance, Business Development, Purchasing, Marketing, Operations, and Executive Management to align commercial objectives and support strategic initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and cost optimisation to improve operational efficiency and reduce resource requirements.
• Identify and assess key commercial and financial risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Support the development and implementation of new products, services, projects, and business opportunities, including project planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and performance monitoring.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders, supporting customer satisfaction and business growth.
• Stay informed of industry and market developments and provide recommendations to ensure the Company remains competitive and adaptable.
• Provide ad-hoc analytical and strategic support to Management on commercial, financial, and operational matters.

You need these qualifications and attributes:

• Fluent in English (written and verbal)
•  Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Data Science, or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency in Power BI and Microsoft Excel (essential).
• Proficiency in MS Office suite.
• 5+ years of working experience in financial services, project management and/or business analysis, with exposure to the maritime industry to be considered. as an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent numerical, financial, and data interpretation skills.
• Strong knowledge of financial data analysis, reporting, and data visualisation.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and key financial metrics.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial insights clearly to stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively.

It would be nice if you have:

• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally within the shipping industry.
• Interest in or familiarity with the maritime/shipping sector.
• Exposure to data modelling or KPIs/reporting frameworks.

What we offer:

• Attractive salary with a 13th salary.
• Annual performance-based bonus.
• Provident Fund Plan.
• Financial Relief Program.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements after initial training.
• A modern workspace with fantastic conditions, including an in-house entertainment space.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Exciting company activities, including team outings, corporate events, inter-company hobby teams, and team-building activities.
• Wellness initiatives such as yoga classes, massage therapy sessions, discounted gym memberships,and in-house nutritionist.
• MCTC Benefit Card: including discounted prices at selected restaurants and rotisseries, discounted summer school, and many more benefits to be added.
• Enjoy a shorter workday on Fridays, leaving more time for relaxation.
• Fun, friendly, and talented colleagues from around the world.
• Generous leave policy: Start with 21 days of annual leave, increasing to 25 days after 4 years, plus 2 additional paid company holidays per year.

Join us and take the first step towards an exciting career!

Please submit your CV in English. We can’t wait to meet you!

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